Title: Central and Basic Universitat - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Central and Basic Universitat Hostel in Barcelona, 8-minute walk to La Rambla ## Photo gallery for Central and Basic Universitat ![Twin Room, City View - Central and Basic Universitat (Barcelona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121420000/121415300/121415227/w1066h1280x0y0-03e07384.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Twin Room, City View - Central and Basic Universitat (Barcelona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121420000/121415300/121415227/w1066h1280x0y0-84cd978d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Central and Basic Universitat (Barcelona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121420000/121415300/121415227/6151f6b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Twin Room, City View - Central and Basic Universitat (Barcelona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121420000/121415300/121415227/0a13bfe0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Central and Basic Universitat (Barcelona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121420000/121415300/121415227/8360d788.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located close to Plaça de Catalunya and La Rambla, Central and Basic Universitat has plenty to offer. 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[Visit our Barcelona travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Barcelona.dx179992) [View more Hostels in Barcelona](https://www.expedia.ca/Barcelona-Hostels.d179992-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.38280%2C2.16557&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=J60QW3bhF72oAGKr31eP58CMAkc=) Calle Joaquin Costa 44, 2-1, Barcelona, Barcelona, 08001 ### What's nearby - La Rambla \- 6 min walk \- 0.6 km - Plaça de Catalunya \- 9 min walk \- 0.8 km - Barcelona Cathedral \- 11 min walk \- 1.0 km - Passeig de Gràcia \- 16 min walk \- 1.3 km - Casa Batllo \- 16 min walk \- 1.3 km ### Getting around - Sant Antoni Station - 4 min walk - Plaça de Catalunya Station - 11 min walk - Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) - 35 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Betty Ford's - ‬1 min walk - ‪Two Schmucks - ‬1 min walk - ‪Lodetto - ‬1 min walk - ‪La Parra - ‬1 min walk - ‪Departure Coffee Co. - ‬2 min walk ## About this property ### Central and Basic Universitat Hostel near La Rambla Located close to Plaça de Catalunya and Barcelona Cathedral, Central and Basic Universitat has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Express check-in, tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff - Luggage storage and smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at Central and Basic Universitat include amenities such as free WiFi. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices) ### Parking and transportation - No onsite parking available ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 20 steps to reach entrance - Upper floors accessible by stairs only ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Shared bathroom (in-room sink) - Shower - Toilet paper ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight Express check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. Exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 5.50 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 17 years of age. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Towels fee: EUR 4 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted Property Registration Number HB-000701 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Central and Basic Universitat pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Central and Basic Universitat? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Central and Basic Universitat? ### What time is check-out at Central and Basic Universitat? ### Where is Central and Basic Universitat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews 7.6 ### Good